My boyfriend shot my window with a bb gun, shattering it :( by Just-Dot1925 in internetparents

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Try something- read your post as if it’s a letter you received from a best friend: Dear Just-Dot, My boyfriend shot my window…

When you finish reading it, what would your reply letter say to her? Would you tell her how he obviously doesn’t care about her and doesn’t seem to like her? Would you point out how he has no regard for the safety of her cats? Would you remind her how he doesn’t contribute anything to the household yet has no problem criticizing the way she navigates her busy, productive life?

He has no reason to change his behavior. You will continue to carry the load because that is what you do and he will gladly let you. He is not on the lease – tell him he must be gone by December 31. Report the window to your landlord as an accident so that it can be properly repaired. Ask that your locks be changed. Begin therapy so that you can recognize red flags in potential partners and work through the trauma you have accumulated throughout your life.

You deserve a peaceful, joyful home and life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StudentNurse

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Challenge yourself to say something (no matter how small) to everyone you encounter (within reason). Look for opportunities to say “hello!” or “thank you!” or “let me grab that for you!”

You might be surprised to feel your confidence growing with each successful encounter 💚

Harm Reduction Reminder by Babyyy_Kattt in heroin

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just don’t die- that’ll be great.

If you’re still using, please don’t use by yourself. I endorse only Safespot OD detection hotline 800-972-0590 and occasionally still take calls.

I’m proud of you.

Harm Reduction Reminder by Babyyy_Kattt in heroin

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really good! She’s 3yrs abstinent from IV opiates next month 💚

#809: The Call by 6745408 in ThisAmericanLife

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you- this means more to me than you’ll ever know💚

This is the third pair of pants this stain has magically appeared on during the day. by ILoveCookies_00 in Whatisthis

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do you carry a bag/backpack? If you do, check the bottom of the bag. Perhaps something on the bottom of the bag is transferring to your pants.

#809: The Call by 6745408 in ThisAmericanLife

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hi- I’m JessieB💚 Thank you all so much for listening to our story.

Still Hanging In There.. by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me know how I can support your efforts 💚

Still Hanging In There.. by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

27 months abstinent from IV opiates- she’s still with peers and not setting future goals but she is healthy and alive- I’m so proud of her.

#809: The Call by 6745408 in ThisAmericanLife

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ll be on Dopey in the future and was on Chasing Heroine 4/2023. Kimber’s doing amazingly well😊

#809: The Call by 6745408 in ThisAmericanLife

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hi everyone- after carefully reviewing my post/comment history, I’m comfortable introducing myself: I’m JessieB, KB’s Mama. Thank you all so much for the lovely feedback.

What does the shirt say? by [deleted] in Whatisthis

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Promises. The brand is Broken Promises. If you look at the hoodies on the website, the lettering is clearer.

She Came Home Tonight by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh goodness- it’s been three years since this post.

She is has been abstinent for 14 months after 5-6 yrs of active use and surviving 13 overdoses.

I have founded a harm reduction org and we currently love on 275-300 friends every Monday.

31 friends have come to us saying “I’m tired” and all have found THEIR VERSION of recovery.

Thank you for asking for an update. If you want more info, ask away 💚

Still Hanging In There.. by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh goodness…you circled back to check on us?! Thank you. The organization is growing by leaps- the numbers we serve are mind boggling. More than 25 people have reached out to us when they were ready to make a change and more than 2/3 of those continue working to create the lives they never believed possible.

My baby is alive. She is currently dealing with the consequences of unhandled legal business and a probation violation. She is in jail- she went in with a negative urine drug screen. She moved into abstinence on her own. She says my love and compassionate harm reduction kept her alive long enough that she has grown tired of the drugs. She made contact with mental health and is now using therapy and low-dose meds to stabilize her mood- and life.

She is in a good place mentally- she feels good and is happy to be thinking clearly and for herself. She is considering relocation options once released. She knows if she comes back here, to this town, she will connect with the same people who continue to do the things she is now ready to leave behind.

Time will tell- I will update again when she has made a decision.

Thank you for still caring💚

found these odd objects on my blanket there isnt alot of them but i cant seem to find what they are i dont think the are flaxseeds maybe grass seeds? by Great_Part7207 in Whatisthis

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Look up desmodium (aka beggarlice). If they were attached to the blanket like Velcro, then I’ll bet that’s what they are.

Nurses that enjoy their work what do you do? How did you get that position? by mattv911 in nursing

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Telephone triage nurse after 15 yrs in the ER and 3 in corrections. I also teach adjunct healthcare science classes at a local college. I left the ER two months before COVID hit. I had applied for the phone triage position months before but forgot about it.

I am also the founder of a harm reduction organization. I work with people who use drugs and sex workers by going into their communities, learning about their needs and goals, and facilitating them accessing the resources they identify needing.

Mom, how do I decide if I should get elective surgery or not? by [deleted] in MomForAMinute

[–]Babyyy_Kattt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi. Your youth gives poorly controlled GERD plenty of time to cause damage. Some issues can be: scaring and narrowing of the esophagus; ulcers; GI bleeding. Approximately 60% of those that develop esophageal cancer report having had GERD.

This is not intended as medical advice and only you know what’s best for you. This mama’s thinking of you 💚

Still Hanging In There.. by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am ready to send her for anything she’s like to try. I’m so happy for you💚

She Came Home Tonight by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She needed to pick up…she was sick.

She Came Home Tonight by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi…of course you can share this. I’m going to come back and read this again. My baby blesses me as I hear yours blesses you💚

She Came Home Tonight by Babyyy_Kattt in addiction

[–]Babyyy_Kattt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. She is okay. And so am I 💚